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Judy John

Blackberry Cheesecake Bars

These Blackberry Cheesecake Bars combine creamy cheesecake, a buttery crust, and a vibrant blackberry swirl for an easy dessert packed with flavor and color.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 18 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 275
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs finely crushed
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Blackberry Swirl
  • 2 cups blackberries fresh or frozen
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups
  • Freezer
  • Tray
  • Oven
  • Saucepan
  • Cooling Rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix crust ingredients and press firmly into the prepared pan.
  3. Bake the crust until lightly golden and allow it to cool slightly.
  4. Cook blackberries and sugar until softened, then mash and cool.
  5. Beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
  6. Spread filling over the crust, add blackberry mixture, and swirl gently.
  7. Bake until set, cool completely, chill thoroughly, and slice into bars.

Notes

For a softer crust, reduce baking time slightly. For a crispier base, bake a few extra minutes. Freeze chilled bars in airtight layers for up to two months and thaw in the refrigerator. Use a warm knife for clean slices and easy assembly. Customize flavors with raspberries, blueberries, lemon zest, or white chocolate. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to five days.